Pediatrics-Terminology Flashcards
ABA
Applied Behavioral Analysis
ADI
Autism Diagnostic Interview
ADOS
Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale
Affect
External Expression of emotion response
AMS
Altered Mental status
AOSI
Autism Observation Scale for Infants
Apathy
Absence of emotions; lack of interest or emotional involvement
ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
ASQ
Ages and Stages Questionnaires
Blunted affect
Moderate reduction in emotional expressiveness
CAM
Complementary and alternative medicine
CARS
Childhood Autism Rating Scale
CAST
Childhood Asperger Syndrome Test
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Compulsion
Uncontrollable urge to perform an act repeatedly
CSBS
Communication and Symbolic Behavior Scales
DSM-V
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition
DTT
Discrete Trial Training
ECT
Electroconvulsive therapy
EIBI
Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
ESDM
Early Start Denver Model
Flat Affect
Severe reduction in emotional expressiveness
IEP
Individual Education Program
MCHAT
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers
PECS
Picture Exchange Communication System
PEDS
Parents’ Evaluation of Development Status
PRT
Pivotal Response Training
RDI
Relationship development intervention
rTMS
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
SSRI
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
STAT
Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers and Young Children
TCA
Tricyclic antidepressants
TEACCH
Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped Children
VBI
Verbal Behavior Intervention
VNS
Vagus Nerve Stimulation